We asked a creator of natural cosmetics for her favorite LA staycation spot.

^{Each day this week, we're featuring the best staycations from local health gurus.}

What would a SoCal alchemist's cosmetics contain? Farmer's Market herbs, Santa Barbara-sourced flowers and gem elixirs--if you're talking about Golden Path Alchemy, the new, handmade skin care line from Ashley Beckman and Minka Robinson. On a day off, Beckman escapes to Malibu for:

Serra-nity. "One of my favorite places to meditate is Serra Retreat," says Beckman. "It's a Franciscan monastery, but it's open to the public on weekdays. It overlooks Surfrider, and it's so serene." 3401 Serra Rd., (310) 456-6631, MAP

Vital juice. "PC Greens is a health food store with a great juice bar. I order a blend of pineapple, wheatgrass, celery, lettuce, ginger and apple." 22601 Pacific Coast Hwy., (310) 456-0353, MAP

Mediterranean marvels. "Taverna Tony has not only excellent salads, but healthy, authentic dips. The taramosalata--red caviar with lemon juice, olive oil and onions--is delicious." 23410 Civic Center Way, (310) 317-9667, MAP

Great grapes. "Malibu Family Wines has a tasting room set in the Santa Monica mountains. You can even bring a picnic basket." 31800 Mulholland Hwy., (888) 433-9463, MAP

Or have a Malibu bar-b.

For more staycation fun, try this DIY scrub from Golden Path!